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Maori War Canoe Model Waka Taua

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Pounamu Maori Hei-Tiki, Aotearoa Circa 1880-1950: Oceania, "Aotearoa" New Zealand, Maori Tribe circa 1880-1950s. Green semi-translucent hardstone or Pounamu, Hei Tiki pendant carved in stone Taonga of a figure featuring oval head and pierced openings

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19th C. Maori Wood Tokotoko Orator Staff w/ Nacre Inlay: Oceania, New Zealand, Maori people, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand carved wooden tokotokoe with beautiful carvings across the surface and an inlay of nacre shells in the finial and just abo

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Jack Redman Maori Tiki Figure Wood Carving - Howick, New Zealand. 20th Century. A wood carving of: Jack Redman Maori Tiki Figure Wood Carving - Howick, New Zealand. 20th Century. A wood carving of two tiki figures with abalone eyes. Signed by master carver Jack "Rangi" Redman on reverse. 48" H

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Maori war canoe. Wooden model. Beautifully carved bow and stern, inlaid with mother of pearl. Label affixed to the canoe reads "The War Canoe 'WAKA TAUA' is the most spectacular achievement of Maori culture. Up to 100 feel long, these canoes were manned by as mnay as 100 warriors. They featured ornately carved bown and stern sections, also the side panels were extensively decorated with a variety of designs and the carving style varied with the different tribes. All great war canoes had personal names and gained MANA through successful war expeditions. This canoe is hand carved from native Totara wood." 19 x 49 cm, 196 grams

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Maori War Canoe Model Waka Taua

Name: Maori War Canoe Model Waka Taua
SKU: 88604097
Price: 100 USD
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